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Grassroots music rural west Northumberland and the upper South Tyne valley. 3tynespodcast.substack.com

  1. 2 DAYS AGO

    Performing political songs

    Political songs are alive and well and being performed every day here in the North East. If you go to a small gig or an open mic session, you are likely to hear mention of issues such as social deprivation, poor mental health, lack of employment, poor working conditions and post-industrial malaise. Some singers are known for their political activism; others may include political commentary in a set of otherwise non-partisan material. In an era when it seems that everybody has a strong opinion which they are keen to share on social media, why do performers continue to address these challenging topics in their songs? To find out, I invited Paul Frear and Andy J Fraser, two singer-songwriters who are well established on the local circuit and who have a reputation for political commentary, to talk about what they do and why they do it. I’m afraid the room acoustics were less than perfect, and those with keen ears will hear the family cat and her bell from time to time; there’s even a brief interjection from the dog next door. More evidence, if any were needed, that this podcast is not an AI construct. You can find out more about Paul Frear’s music on his Facebook group Uncle Paf (https://www.facebook.com/groups/737797032914454). His album A Different Kind O’ War is available on Bandcamp. Information about Andy Fraser’s music is available on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/andyjamesfraser) and on Instagram as andyjamesfraser. Andy Fraser and the Tunstallachia Upland Boys are on Bandcamp and YouTube. This episode was recorded by Julie Bartley, Rolling Audio (www.rollingaudio.co.uk). This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit 3tynespodcast.substack.com

    1hr 16min

  2. 17 MAR

    Bonus episode: Allen Valleys Folk Festival 2026 preview

    Peter Aldcroft and Craig Atkinson tell us about the 2026 festival - an amazing variety of music, free workshops and spoken word, open mic, delicious food, the ceilidh and the spectacular burning of the wolf on Allendale square. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit 3tynespodcast.substack.com

    16 min

  3. 10 MAR

    Singing for fun with Julie Finch and Let's Sing

    Today, we visit Let’s Sing, a group led by Julie Finch that’s held twice a month in the West End Methodist Church in Hexham. The group is for anyone who enjoys a good sing and meeting friends. We’ll hear from Julie and some of the regulars who attend and we’ll join them in some popular songs. Everyone is welcome at Let’s Sing. If you’d like to find out when the group is meeting, check on the Facebook pages for local towns such as Hexham Matters or Corbridge Matters for contact details or you can email Julie at musicalmemories17@gmail.com. I’d like to thank Julie and everyone at the Let’s Sing group for their warm welcome and for their help with this episode. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit 3tynespodcast.substack.com

    35 min

  4. 3 MAR

    Bonus episode: Live from the Old Church Studio by Jason Arnup

    This is one of an occasional series of bonus episodes in which I invite people who’ve been guests on the podcast to tell us about their newly-released music. Today, I’m talking to Jason Arnup, whose EP Live Session from the Old Church Studio features six classic Rock n Roll and country songs from his band’s set list. Thanks for listening to this bonus episode. Please have a listen to Jason’s album and, if you can, buy a CD from his website or at a gig. You can contact Jason via his website at www.jasonarnupmusic.co.uk. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit 3tynespodcast.substack.com

    24 min

  5. 24 FEB

    A Tribute to Terry Conway (shorter version)

    Today, 3tynespodcast pays tribute to the Tynedale songwriter and singer, Terry Conway. Terry died of mesothelioma in 2013 and he is sorely missed by his fellow musicians in the North East, who regard him as a writer of great warmth and wit with a distinctive vocal style. This is a shortened episode that includes two of Terry’s most famous songs, Hawkhope Hill and Fareweel Regality. There is a longer version that features ten songs in full. The episode is introduced by Vic Gammon, who reflects on Terry’s reputation amongst his peers. I then chat to the musician Liz Conway, who talks about her time with Terry, his philosophy of life and his music. Terry and Liz recorded several albums together and I’ve listed these in the show notes, together with a link to a site where you can buy them. Albums by Terry and Liz Conway The Haydon Bridge Sessions Songs from the North of England Of Riots and Rabbits Downhill All The Way Premier Premier and Of Riots and Rabbits can be ordered online from http://spacemonkeylab.com/stonehousemusic/ Liz has a limited number of some albums. Please contact the podcast at 3tynespodcast@gmail.com if you would like to buy one. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit 3tynespodcast.substack.com

    1hr 12min

  6. 24 FEB

    A Tribute to Terry Conway (full version)

    Today, 3tynespodcast pays tribute to the Tynedale songwriter and singer, Terry Conway. Terry died of mesothelioma in 2013 and he is sorely missed by his fellow musicians in the North East, who regard him as a writer of great warmth and wit with a distinctive vocal style. The episode is introduced by Vic Gammon, who reflects on Terry’s reputation amongst his peers. I then chat to the musician Liz Conway, who talks about her time with Terry, his philosophy of life and his music. During this episode, you’ll hear ten of Terry’s songs. I have included these in full so that we can appreciate his songcraft and performance. But it does make for a long episode so, if you find yourself short on time before the end, please pause it and come back later. Time spent listening to Terry Conway is time well spent. Terry and Liz recorded several albums together and I’ve listed these in the show notes, together with a link to a site where you can buy them. The songs included in this episode are, in order, Hawkhope Hill, Walls of Troy, Bus To Morpeth, The Curlew on the Moor, The Hexham Riot, Winter Song, Lady Fortune, Midsummer Blue, Futures Marketeers and Fareweel Regality. Albums by Terry and Liz Conway The Haydon Bridge Sessions Songs from the North of England Of Riots and Rabbits Downhill All The Way Premier Premier and Of Riots and Rabbits can be ordered online from http://spacemonkeylab.com/stonehousemusic/ Liz has a limited number of some albums. Please contact the podcast at 3tynespodcast@gmail.com if you would like to buy one. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit 3tynespodcast.substack.com

    1hr 47min

  7. 17 FEB

    Bonus episode: Vatican City Serenades by Marshall Nattrass

    This is the first of an occasional series of short bonus episodes in which I invite people who’ve been guests on the podcast to tell us about their newly-released music and play a few tracks. Today, I’m talking to Marshall Nattrass, whose album Vatican City Serenades celebrates his youth during the 1980s in his distinctive Americana style. Please have a listen to Marshall’s album and, if you can, buy a CD. You can catch him at a gig or contact him via Messenger on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100035054347502) and via Instagram at marshall_nattrass. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit 3tynespodcast.substack.com

    23 min

  8. 10 FEB

    Flamenco guitar from the South Tyne with Steve Sherris

    My guest today is Steve Sherris, an artist whose journey from the Scilly Isles to Alston brought flamenco guitar to the upper South Tyne valley. Steve is an accomplished guitarist who has spent a lifetime in bands and playing solo in bars. He is currently a member of recent podcast guests the Hilltop Hoolies and he sometimes performs flamenco guitar, accompanying his wife Alison as she dances. In this episode, Steve tells us how he learned this unique style of guitar in the Spanish communities where it was an integral part of culture, and he demonstrates some of the music styles that are used in a performance. Flamenco is recognised by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. It has a colourful and chequered history in its homeland, where for a while it was ostracised under the Franco regime before regaining its status as a national treasure. Here are some links to information about flamenco if you’d like to know more: https://www.smithsonianmag.com/travel/complicated-history-flamenco-spain-180973398/ https://www.masterclass.com/articles/learn-about-flamenco-music-history-dance-and-guitar This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit 3tynespodcast.substack.com

    58 min
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Grassroots music rural west Northumberland and the upper South Tyne valley. 3tynespodcast.substack.com

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  • Creator
    3tynespodcast
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    78
  • Rating
    Clean
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